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I Picked on a Blackhead While on Accutane. Does

Katie R.Aug 9, 2011
I had a bout of obsession over my skin tonight and I picked on a blackhead. I don't usually scar but since I'm on a 20mg daily dose of accutane, will this increase the chances of scarring?

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Dr. Anthony Perri, MD
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Answered on Aug 13, 2011
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